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The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Bedford with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Enjoy a comfortable dining experience with a variety of seating options and a warm ambiance.
Guests can enjoy a serene riverside setting with a dock extending into the water, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Relax under the canopy, surrounded by a beautifully maintained lawn and a serene pond.
Experience the tranquility of a riverside retreat, surrounded by historic charm and scenic views.
Cozy space with a brick fireplace, seating area, and window with a lattice design.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
The current price is £99
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul

Room options

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 234 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Junior Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Junior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Executive Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 234 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Cardington Road, Bedford, England, MK44 3SA

What's nearby

  • Priory Country Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Oasis Beach Pool - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Bedford Park - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Box End Park - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Shuttleworth Collection - 14 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Kempston Hardwick Station - 7 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toby Carvery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendover Caffe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel

Upscale hotel
At The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel, you can look forward to golfing on-site, a terrace and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Kingfisher Pub, offers breakfast, brunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and laundry services
  • 3 meeting rooms, coffee/tea in reception and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, travel cots and electric kettles

Languages

English, French, Hungarian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Portuguese, Romanian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Kingfisher Pub

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Barns Hotel Bedford
Barns Bedford
The Barns Hotel
Barns Hotel
The Kingfisher Pub And
The Kingfisher Pub Hotel
The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel Hotel
The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel Bedford
The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel Hotel Bedford

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

As of 22 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel on 27 Jul 2025 start from £99.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel located?

Situated in Bedford, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Priory Country Park and Oasis Beach Pool. St. Paul's Church and Bedford Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 298 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 298 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 298 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 298 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 298 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only reason we didn’t score excellent was a half hour wait for cooked breakfast on Tuesday and a mix up about us checking out earlier than our booking, which was confusing. The staff at reception and serving breakfast and dinner were great. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel/pub good value
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kingfisher

Lovely spot and very nice hotel/pub/restaurant Thank you for a wonderful moment on my touring around
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Another stay at the Kingfisher

We stay at the Kingfisher fairly frequently. The room and service on this occasion was excellent, as usual.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chrys

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
1) A convenient location. 2) Clean and comfortable room. 3) Good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel, good food, great service. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay

Friendly and comfortable and pretty location on the river.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly the breakfast was excellent and the outside area was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel

Fantastic stay, friendly staff who made us and our dog feel welcome. Food was amazing as well, can’t recommend it enough
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and nice rooms. Plenty of outdoor seating. Drinks rather expensive but overall good hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Amazing staff very friendly. Food was amazing. 100% will return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property in a good postion, easy tk get to, loads of parking . Nice restuaramt on site . We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent weekend stay

Beautiful riverside location in a historic building. Excellent service. Food was excellent and prices were reasonable. All in all a wonderful stay and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean hotel in a beautiful setting

Hotel clean and a beautiful setting. Food could be improved as we had to send one dish back but they dealt with it promptly and removed it from the bill
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, comfortable room. Nice location. Plenty of free parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, plumbing very noisy walls very thin but and enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are fantastic ,friendly and helpful. The food was excellent and the rooms are well maintained and clean. Our only problem was the pillows are very soft and there was no information if you could get extra pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good

8/10 Good

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only stayed the night and checked in about 10.30 after a wedding so didn’t experience much of the hotel. Staff were on hand and check in was easy, quiet overnight and the room was sizeable. Nice grounds too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

P W H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
as expected: your usual excellence
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable beds. Good bathroom lighting. Good curtains to block out light.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The grounds and property was beautiful. We stayed on a Saturday night and there was a wedding going on- very loud until about 23:30.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property and all the staff are very friendly and wonderful. The manager (Kay) and everyone else always had a smile on their face and happy to help. Kay also took us on a quick tour of the property and showed us the inside of the 13th century building now used for events (weddings, etc). Can't wait to go back in the warmer months and be able to dine outside by the river.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good !

Evening Restaurant Service took 1 hour to bring food. Stay was Comfortable and Peaceful :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022